Never heard that new mesh look called the euro look. I'm a simple 5 - 7 spoke kinda person myself.

VMR 810s I like more from an aesthetic point of view.

Nuespeed has some nice lightweight stuff. If you're into stancy wheels there's a lot of brands, but for reasonable cheap cast wheels VMR, Neuspeed, TSW etc. are all good calls. I've been eyeing Volk wheels for a while but they're 3x the cost. Or ADV1s @ 4x the cost.

18s are easier to fit/can get a bigger tire on there. Something like 18x8.5 or 8, et 45 is pretty standard for aftermarket wheels. I have multiple sets of 19s and have done a lot of bodywork/suspension to fit them with slightly upsized tires - 235/35s or so. Really depends on your suspension - if lowered or not; camber; stiffness etc. 19s will ride harsher. I like the look of a slightly oversized wheel - some people like the hardparked stance look. It's all personal taste really.

so, my 18" wheel dudes, this guy with the EXACT same car as me says "My ride improved when I went with 19s! I also upgraded to better softer tires. Night and Day improvement!". thoughts? anybody have experience with 19s on their GTI?

so, my 18" wheel dudes, this guy with the EXACT same car as me says "My ride improved when I went with 19s! I also upgraded to better softer tires. Night and Day improvement!". thoughts? anybody have experience with 19s on their GTI?